Dave Zirin

Sports Editor

@EdgeofSports

Dave Zirin is the sports editor at The Nation. He is the author of 11 books on the politics of sports. He is also the coproducer and writer of the new documentary Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL.

What Does the Head of the NFL Player’s Union Think About the Super Bowl?

What Does the Head of the NFL Player’s Union Think About the Super Bowl? What Does the Head of the NFL Player’s Union Think About the Super Bowl?

NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith joins the show to talk about the upcoming Super Bowl and what the union has been up to during the global pandemic.

Feb 6, 2021 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

The Unbearable Emptiness of Tom Brady

The Unbearable Emptiness of Tom Brady The Unbearable Emptiness of Tom Brady

The most successful quarterback in NFL history has become more brand than man.

Feb 4, 2021 / Dave Zirin

Talking Jim Brown. Remembering Sekou Smith.

Talking Jim Brown. Remembering Sekou Smith. Talking Jim Brown. Remembering Sekou Smith.

Steve Delsohn and Michael Lee join the show to talk about Jim Brown and the legacy of Sekou Smith.

Feb 2, 2021 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

Will the ‘Tokyo Olympics’ Further Wreck Florida?

Will the ‘Tokyo Olympics’ Further Wreck Florida? Will the ‘Tokyo Olympics’ Further Wreck Florida?

Eighty percent of Tokyo residents don’t want the Olympics in their city—and Ron DeSantis now wants Florida to host the super-spreader event instead.

Feb 1, 2021 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff

Taking a Trip With Bill ‘Spaceman’ Lee

Taking a Trip With Bill ‘Spaceman’ Lee Taking a Trip With Bill ‘Spaceman’ Lee

The baseball legend joins the show to talk about his new book and his unique life.

Jan 26, 2021 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

He Had a Hammer: Henry Aaron Presente

He Had a Hammer: Henry Aaron Presente He Had a Hammer: Henry Aaron Presente

As an icon passes away at 86, let’s remember him for more than home runs. Let’s remember the fact that he wore his scars borne of racism with defiance and pride.

Jan 23, 2021 / Dave Zirin

Kyrie Irving Does Not Have to Be Who You Want Him to Be

Kyrie Irving Does Not Have to Be Who You Want Him to Be Kyrie Irving Does Not Have to Be Who You Want Him to Be

He's the epitome of “player empowerment,” much to the chagrin of the NBA and its scribes.

Jan 21, 2021 / Dave Zirin

Chris Mosier: In Defense of Trans Athletes

Chris Mosier: In Defense of Trans Athletes Chris Mosier: In Defense of Trans Athletes

The hall-of-fame triathlete and six-time member of Team USA joins the show to talk about the war on trans youth.

Jan 19, 2021 / Podcast / Dave Zirin

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Klete Keller: From Gold Medalist to Capitol Insurrectionist Klete Keller: From Gold Medalist to Capitol Insurrectionist

The swimmer was wearing his United States Olympic jacket as he took part in the January 6 attempted coup.

Jan 14, 2021 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff

Trump and Belichick

In a Shocker, Bill Belichick Spurns Trump’s Medal of Freedom In a Shocker, Bill Belichick Spurns Trump’s Medal of Freedom

There is no way Belichick could have avoided a jagged scar on his legacy if he had bent the knee for Trump at this moment in history.

Jan 13, 2021 / Dave Zirin

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